Let's Cook

1. Step 1.

   Combine yogurt, grated cucumber, mint, half the garlic, and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a bowl; cover and refrigerate tzatziki.

2. Step 2.

   Break up lamb into small pieces in a bowl; add cinnamon, pepper, remaining garlic, and remaining salt. Knead until combined.

3. Step 3.

   Shape mixture into six 1/2-inch-thick patties.

4. Step 4.

   Heat oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until smoking. Add patties and cook until browned on first side, about 4 minutes.

5. Step 5.

   Flip patties, reduce heat to medium, and cook until browned on second side and tender, about 4 minutes. Transfer to paper towel-lined plate.

6. Step 6.

   Cut top 2 inches from one pita; discard or reserve. Place pita on plate, cover, and microwave until warm, about 30 seconds.

7. Step 7.

   Spread half the tzatziki inside pita; fill with half the lettuce, sliced cucumber, tomato slices, and lamb patties. Serve.